BTL1 and CPTA are both practical, hands-on certifications, but they're designed with different goals in mind. The Blue Team Level 1 (BTL1) certification focuses on defensive security operations, while the Certified Penetration Testing Associate (CPTA) develops practical offensive security and penetration testing skills.
Analyst turnover can start to become a barrier to improving security operations because you’re having to continually rebuild capability rather...
Jamie is Centri's Lead QA Engineer, helping make sure our websites are as bug-free as possible while providing a good...
CPTA is designed to give you a structured, practical way to build offensive cybersecurity skills. You’ll work through practical labs and realistic scenarios, applying what you’re learning across infrastructure, Active Directory, web applications and AWS environments.
We’re thrilled to introduce João Rodrigues, Centri’s Director of Platform Engineering , a driving force behind the secure, seamless platforms that define our cybersecurity training experience. For those familiar with João through his pivotal work on our BTLO platform or his involvement in Centri’s CTF events, this is a fresh...
The recent LockBit ransomware breach saw attackers deface its affiliate panel and leak an SQL database, exposing victim data, negotiation tactics, and operational missteps. It explores ties to the Everest hack, LockBit’s RaaS model, and affiliate errors, offering a glimpse into the group’s vulnerabilities.
Join us as we introduce Reece, Centri’s Corporate Sales Manager, whose leadership and passion drive our sales team to connect clients with top cybersecurity training. From his unexpected start at Centri to his love for travel and comics, discover Reece’s journey and what makes him a key player in our...
Centri is diving into red team training with a free Introduction to Penetration Testing course. Perfect for newcomers, it’s packed with real-world tips and a fun quiz to kickstart your ethical hacking journey. Discover how red team skills can make you a better defender and join us to train blue,...
Let’s dive into something we all kind of get but hate owning up to: we humans are usually the soft spot in cybersecurity. It’s not that we’re all reckless or anything; it’s just that the bad guys are pros at poking at stuff we do without thinking, like trusting too...
When people think of cybersecurity, they often picture technical expertise, coding, firewalls, and encryption. However, success in this field goes beyond technical know-how. Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability are just as essential for navigating challenges and excelling in cybersecurity roles. In this guide, we’ll explore the key soft skills...
